2007 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Marea |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |